Food Lion Feeds is committing $20,000 to assist with disaster recovery and relief efforts from Hurricane Idalia following flooding and power outages that impacted southern Georgia communities. The donation will help American Red Cross in providing food, emergency shelter, relief supplies and comfort to those affected by the catastrophic destruction. Food Lion Feeds was founded in 2014 by Food Lion, an omnichannel grocery retailer, to address food insecurity in the towns and cities it serves.

Ocean Mist Farms will be exhibiting at SEPC’s Southern Innovations show once again this year, showcasing its Gold Standard artichokes along with other products from its full line of fresh vegetable commodities and value-added items.

Oppy has elevated two sales stand-outs, Ben Vallejo and Jim Leach, from management roles to director level responsibilities.

PRO*ACT has added Joe Collier to its leadership team. With over 40 years of experience in the foodservice industry, Collier brings extensive knowledge and industry relationships to his new role as vice president of business development.

GrubMarket has completed the acquisition of Hunts Point, NY-based Mendez International, a multi-generation family-owned wholesale distribution business based in the iconic Hunts Point Produce Market.

Sprouts Farmers Market opened its 400th store last week in Haddon Township, NJ. As a part of the company’s five-year plan, it remains committed to a robust growth strategy, aiming to expand 10 percent year over year.